Olympus Tough-3000 vs Panasonic G95

Here, we are comparing the Olympus Tough-3000 versus Panasonic G95, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the Tough-3000 (12MP) and G95 (20.3MP) and the Tough-3000 (1/2.3") and G95 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The Tough-3000 was released 10 years before the G95 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus Tough-3000 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G95 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Tough-3000 matches up versus the G95 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G95. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery & Panasonic G95 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus Tough-3000 provides physical measurements of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic G95 has specifications of 130mm x 94mm x 77mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.0") and a weight of 536 grams (1.18 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Tough-3000 compared to the G95.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Tough-3000 and G95 is 94 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The visual below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Tough-3000 and G95.

Plainly, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Tough-3000 due to its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Panasonic G95 will show extra detail as a result of its extra 8.3MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The older Tough-3000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.